Cermet Planing Machine from Japan
Small planer equipped with cermet cutting inserts for machining cermet workpieces in tooling shops. HTS 8461.90.60.20 specifically covers machines working cermets by metal removal, valued under $3,025. Used for finishing ceramic-metal composite dies.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide cermet workpiece samples and insert specifications to prove cermet working capability
• Declare cutting insert composition (tungsten carbide/cermet) separately for accurate valuation
• Include vibration isolation specs for precision cermet surface finishing